Rugby at the DHL Stadium Cape Town
Upcoming rugby matches scheduled at DHL Stadium in Cape Town for 2025:
28 June 2025: Springboks vs. Barbarians (Britain)
Match Details: The Springboks launch their 2025 season against the Barbarians. Starts at 17:10.
23 August 2025: Springboks vs. Wallabies (Australia)
Match Details: The Springboks take on the Australian Wallabies during the Castle Lager Rugby Championship. Starts at 17:10.
Rugby for the Cape Town visitor
Cape Town has long been a hub for rugby. The Cape Town Stadium – home to the DHL Stormers and WP Rugby team – has played host to some of the most thrilling matches in rugby history, from international matches that have drawn fans from across the globe to fiercely contested matches with local teams.
The international three times world-cup winning Springboks team play occasionally, but the Stormers battling it out in the international United Rugby Championship or with local teams such as the Bulls (from Pretoria) and the Sharks (from Durban) can be just as enjoyable. Fans from every corner of the city—and beyond—gather to celebrate the sport, creating an electric atmosphere both in the stadium and across Cape Town’s vibrant nightlife scene.
After the intensity of a live rugby match, the energy doesn’t have to end. Just a stone’s-throw away from the stadium, fans’ and often players’ favourite venue is Mavericks Revue Bar. The beers are on ice and the food is second-to-none in Cape Town. There are live stage performances all night with choreographed stage shows from local and international dancers every 30 minutes after any match, and private and table dances for more of a thrill. Whether you’re riding high from a win or just not ready to call it a night, Mavericks is where the celebration turns wicked. Entrance is reasonable for local and international visitors.
Looking to make your night even more special? Book a private table and enjoy an exclusive experience with world-class service, premium food and drinks, and adult entertainment that keeps the party alive well into the early hours.
So, if you’re a sports fan and looking for the best entertainment in Cape Town, Rugby plus Mavericks is the place to be. Book a ticket, book a table, bring your crew, and make the most of every match day.